According to the Steinbrenner's, anything other than a Ring is a failed year. Well, this is certainly one of those "failed years". On the other hand, if you look at today's standings, you will notice that there are only 5 teams in both leagues that have a better record than the Yanks. So it isn't like they're the Washington Nationals or Seattle. Picasner's opinion: should be an intriguing winter, seeing what moves everyone makes with all the high-profile free agents.
Speaking of free agents, I noticed that Dave Sveum, manager of the Milwaukee Brewers is riding his big horse, Sabathia, 3 straight times on 3 days rest. Picasner's opinion: I know he's big & strong, but he's a power pitcher: if gets too tired and his mechanics falter, he could hurt his arm. Permanently. A more cruel thought (I hope I'm wrong) is, what does Sveum care? He knows he's losing him after this year no matter what. Might as well get everything he can. Over-using your big gun usually doesn't work in the long run.
Can the Mets be heading toward another September swoon? Picasner's opinion: you can't win without a bullpen. Santana is pitching great, at bat, he's getting the job done, but he can't relieve, too. Manuel used 6 relievers in a losing effort last night: quantity never beat quality. If they don't find an answer soon...
I thought I watched the Yankees last night, but I wasn't sure. To quote Butch Cassidy, "Who are those guys?"
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